You really have this technique nailed Endre!
I really like the color version because of the contrast and blending of colors that accent the simple blossom of the magnolia.
The b/w really adds mystery to the composition...sort of I am hiding(darkness on the right of the main) then center WOW of light and the textured backdrop..then fade to dark on the left.
Just a pleasure to view...in fact a double pleasure with the color version.
Dan

maybe it is the new format, or the half-hidden seed, or the lovely tones and textures on
the leaves, but this image appears to have more drama than most flower photos. it is one I would never tire of viewing.
regards, tom

Thank you, Dan, my friend! I am doubly delighted that you like both of them for such interesting reasons. I appreciate your very kind comments.

Warm regards,

Endre

Danpbphoto wrote:
You really have this technique nailed Endre!
I really like the color version because of the contrast and blending of colors that accent the simple blossom of the magnolia.
The b/w really adds mystery to the composition...sort of I am hiding(darkness on the right of the main) then center WOW of light and the textured backdrop..then fade to dark on the left.
Just a pleasure to view...in fact a double pleasure with the color version.
Dan

[Thanks so much, Tom! I appreciate your very kind and detailed comments.

Do you mean that this has more drama then most flower photos OR that it has more drama than most of MY flower photos?

All best wishes,

Endre

quote]tomandmarj wrote:
maybe it is the new format, or the half-hidden seed, or the lovely tones and textures on
the leaves, but this image appears to have more drama than most flower photos. it is one I would never tire of viewing.
regards, tom